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June 18, 2026Scientific ReportsOpen Access

Characterization of gut microbiota in wild Asian elephants (Elephas maximus) from five forests across Thailand

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SKSupika KantirakoonSKSarisa KlinhomCKChanon Kunasol

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Overview

Randomized trial characterizes gut microbiota in wild Asian elephants, indicating ecological insights for conservation.

Key Points

  • This research aims to understand the gut microbiota composition of wild Asian elephants across different forest habitats in Thailand.
  • Fecal samples were collected from wild elephants in five different forests in Thailand.
  • 16S rRNA sequencing was utilized to analyze the gut microbiome.
  • Environmental variables affecting microbial composition were assessed.
  • A core gut microbiota dominated by fiber-degrading bacteria was identified, with Firmicutes as the most abundant phylum.
  • Geographic coordinates and minimum elevation significantly influenced gut microbiota composition across different forest regions.
  • Distinct gut microbiota profiles were observed among elephant populations from the five forest sites.

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Kantirakoon et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a338bfb630953a74978d7eahttps://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-026-57801-x
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